"Anyone can paint if they are given the right instructions.” - Marcel Desbiens, Master Artist and Principal Tutor
Marcel has designed learning pathways to give students structure as they develop from novice to advanced artist.
If you have limited or no experience with Watercolour paint, then we recommend you start with Penelope Gilbert-Ng who will help you learn the basics of Watercolour painting in a friendly and supportive environment.
Penelope offers beginners and intermediate workshops, as does Jan Lawnikanis
If you fancy playing with Watercolour while sipping your drink of choice, come to one of the regular Paint & Sip events.
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Once you have built your confidence with Watercolour, it's time to develop and broaden your skills with a weekend workshop run by a guest artist, covering a range of subjects.
Szczepan’s (Stefan) BEGINNER watercolour workshop are intended to be a relaxing environment for students with “LIMITED” to “NO” watercolour experience. This workshop aims to teach each student basic watercolour skills by using well understood watercolour techniques in “easy to follow”, step by step painting methods. All materials are included. All you need to do is turn up! What will I learn? • an understanding of what materials to use and why, including paper, paint and brushes •...
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$520Limited
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Watercolour Essentials for Beginners | Szczepan Urbanowicz
<p>Szczepan’s (Stefan) BEGINNER watercolour workshop are intended to be a relaxing environment for students with “LIMITED” to “NO” watercolour experience. This workshop aims to teach each student
About the workshop Designed for the absolute beginner, this two-day workshop will introduce you to the wonderful world of watercolour painting! Jan will guide you step-by-step with learning all the basics you’ll need to create simple paintings of beautiful flowers. No drawing skills are required as references will be provided to transfer. Learn from an expert the methods of not only how to use watercolours correctly, but exactly what to avoid and how to fix mistakes. Have an...
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$550Limited
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Flowers in Watercolour for Beginners | Jan Lawnikanis
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<p>Designed for the absolute beginner, this two-day workshop will introduce you to the wonderful world of watercolour painting! Jan will
About this workshop This 2 Day workshop will suit students who have been exposed to the medium of watercolour and want to extend their knowledge to the next level. We will specifically concentrate on how to inject and capture the mood of the subject. The truly magical qualities of watercolour can best be demonstrated in portraying atmospheric effects. We will paint a variety of subjects, producing two paintings a day from start to finish; each painting will be chosen to...
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$550Limited
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Watercolour Wisdom | Chan Dissanayake
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<p>This 2 Day workshop will suit students who have been exposed to the medium of watercolour and want to extend their knowledge to the next
Join our world class award contemporary impressionist artist Herman Pekel. Unearth fresh and honest art inside yourself and learn to capture it with watercolour or acrylic. Herman Pekel, you will explore landscapes, seascapes and streetscapes and use a variety of watercolour techniques, to create an impressionist painting you never thought possible with watercolour. Workshops with Herman are inspiring and very productive. Expect to be challenged, to be brave, and to have fun! What...
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$550Limited
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Creating Light and Atmosphere in Watercolour | Herman Pekel
<p>Join our world class award contemporary impressionist artist Herman Pekel.</p>
<p>Unearth fresh and honest art inside yourself and learn to capture it with watercolour or acrylic.</p>
Capturing Light with Watercolour - Plein Air and in studio There is something truly magical about painting where the landscape itself becomes your classroom. Due to the popularity of Herman's Plein Air workshops, we have added a second one. Join us for 2 days or 4 days in the Sunshine Coast! Experience the joy of painting outdoors and learn to capture the beauty of light with confidence. Join acclaimed Australian artist Herman Pekel for a unique two or four day watercolour workshop...
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Capturing Light with Watercolour - Plein Air and in studio | Herman Pekel
<p><strong>Capturing Light with Watercolour - Plein Air and in studio</strong></p>
<p><em>There is something truly magical about painting where the landscape itself becomes your classroom.</em><br />
Heidi is back in 2026! Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned painter looking to refine and elevate your work, there’s so much to learn, explore and enjoy in this beautifully focused subject. Australian born, Heidi Willis is an entirely self-taught Natural History watercolour artist, specialising in botanical illustration and bird painting. Her work intricately illustrates our native and exotic plants, flowers, fruits and seed capsules, whilst her powerful and distinctive...
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We’re so excited to have Heidi Willis returning to the Sunshine Coast for a buzzing new 3-day workshop. Heidi will guide you through the full process of creating a beautifully rendered bee illustration, step by step, in a warm and supportive studio environment. This popular workshop and subject present students with the ultimate opportunity to explore critical painting techniques with a focus on detail and dry brushing techniques. “Bees are such a joy to paint, full of intricate...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by a great artist sharing their knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly, supportive...
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Jessie is a highly-skilled Botanical Artist and is only in Brisbane for a limited time in 2021. She is teaching this course in person and exclusively at Bienarté. Learn how to create your own botanical artworks over this 4-week course. These classes provide a friendly and encouraging environment to help you build confidence in observational drawing and watercolour painting techniques in the field of botanical art. What will I learn? Jessie will guide you through her step-by-step...
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About this event This is a rare opportunity to come and enjoy two hours at this live demonstration. You will meet and be entertained by a great artist sharing their knowledge and talent with you. Who is this workshop suitable for? Everyone is welcome! This is a seated event with strictly limited numbers. What do I need to bring? Nothing at all. But you're welcome to bring a notepad and any questions for the artist! What is provided? A glass of wine on arrival A friendly, supportive...
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